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DTC Detection Logic

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DTC DETECTION LOGIC

DTC No. Trouble diagnosis name (Trouble diagnosis content) DTC detecting condition Possible cause
P0117 ECT SEN/CIRC (Engine coolant temperature sensor circuit low input) An excessively low voltage from the sensor is sent to ECM.
  • Harness or connectors (The engine coolant temperature sensor circuit is open or shorted.)
  • Engine coolant temperature sensor
P0118 ECT SEN/CIRC (Engine coolant temperature sensor circuit high input) An excessively high voltage from the sensor is sent to ECM.